Crab Fettuccine Alfredo: A Creamy Indulgence for Home Cooks
A rich and creamy crab fettuccine alfredo that is perfect for a special dinner at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in crab meat and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the sauce with cooked fettuccine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be made with frozen crab meat for convenience.
- Adjust seasonings according to taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Crab Fettuccine Alfredo